The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister launched 52 development projects worth over ₹82 crore for the community in Jungle Tinkonia.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath celebrated Diwali with the Van Tangiya community in Jungle Tinkonia, Gorakhpur, on Sunday. According to reports from Mint and Hindustan Times, the Chief Minister used the occasion to start 52 development works and lay foundation stones for new projects.
These initiatives, which have a combined value exceeding ₹82 crore, are intended for the Van Tangiya community. During the programme, kits were distributed to people receiving various public welfare schemes, though the specific contents and number of beneficiaries were not detailed.
Adityanath stated that the government is dedicated to ensuring Van Tangiya families have better access to healthcare, education, and improved living opportunities. He linked the event to the principle of Antyodaya, which focuses on reaching the most disadvantaged members of society.
In a post on X, the Chief Minister said the true meaning of Diwali is to ensure the light of development reaches the last person and brings prosperity and respect to every home. He extended his Diwali greetings to the people of the state during the visit.
